Nord Country School C2 Equipment RFP FY26 - Form 470 #270002857 (2026)
Nord CountrySchool · Chico, CA- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Heather Baker
- (228) 990-2368
The 30-second brief
Nord Country School is seeking E-Rate Category 2 funding for IT equipment and services at Nord Country School in Chico, CA, under FCC Form 470 application number 270002857. The scope includes switches, wireless access points, antennas, connectors, necessary software and licenses, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services (MIBS). Specific quantities include 3 Cisco switches with software/licenses and maintenance, 18 Ruckus wireless access points with software/licenses and maintenance, 18 Ruckus antennas/connectors, and managed internal broadband services for existing equipment. Bids are due by December 2, 2026, with an allowable contract date starting November 25, 2026. Interested vendors must review the attached RFP for all technical requirements and submission instructions.
Cisco Systems or equivalent switches and necessary software and licenses (qty 3 Each); Cisco Systems switches basic maintenance (qty 3 Each); Ruckus Wireless or equivalent wireless access points and necessary software and licenses (qty 18 Each); Ruckus Wireless wireless access points basic maintenance (qty 18 Each); Ruckus or equivalent antennas, Connectors, And related components (qty 18 Each); Managed internal broadband services for existing equipment
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Summary
Nord Country School is seeking E-Rate Category 2 funding for IT equipment and services at Nord Country School in Chico, CA, under FCC Form 470 application number 270002857.
The scope includes switches, wireless access points, antennas, connectors, necessary software and licenses, basic maintenance of internal connections, and managed internal broadband services (MIBS). Specific quantities include 3 Cisco switches with software/licenses and maintenance, 18 Ruckus wireless access points with software/licenses and maintenance, 18 Ruckus antennas/connectors, and managed internal broadband services for existing equipment. Bids are due by December 2, 2026, with an allowable contract date starting November 25, 2026. Interested vendors must review the attached RFP for all technical requirements and submission instructions.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Cisco Systems or equivalent switches and necessary software and licenses (qty 3 Each)
- Cisco Systems switches basic maintenance (qty 3 Each)
- Ruckus Wireless or equivalent wireless access points and necessary software and licenses (qty 18 Each)
- Ruckus Wireless wireless access points basic maintenance (qty 18 Each)
- Ruckus or equivalent antennas, Connectors, And related components (qty 18 Each)
- Managed internal broadband services for existing equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attached RFP document
- Submit to
- https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002857/112182/22833363-Nord%20CS%20C2%20Equipment%20RFP%20FY26.pdf
- Scope location
- Chico, CA
- Reported agency
- Nord Country School
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Nord Country?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://publicdata.usac.org/EPC/Prd/Form470/270002857/112182/22833363-Nord%20CS%20C2%20Equipment%20RFP%20FY26.pdf. For questions, contact Heather Baker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Nord Country in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Heather Baker at (228) 990-2368. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cisco Systems or equivalent switches and necessary software and licenses (qty 3 Each); Cisco Systems switches basic maintenance (qty 3 Each); Ruckus Wireless or equivalent wireless access points and necessary software and licenses (qty 18 Each); Ruckus Wireless wireless access points basic maintenan. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Nord Country?
All active and historical solicitations from Nord Country are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Nord Country regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attached RFP document. Review the full document from Nord Country for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chico, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.